About this episode

This episode features a guided mindfulness meditation led by Lavina Shamdasani, inspired by a work of art from the Rubin Museum's collection.

Listener Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/meditation-mindfulness-meditation-survey The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher. The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 11:00. Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: Open-Mindedness Atisha (982-1054) ; Tibet; ca. 18th- 19th century; wood, pigments, lacquer; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin; C2013.12.6 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org .

People in this episode

Host: Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art

Guest: Lavina Shamdasani

Topics covered

• mindfulness
• meditation
• art
• open-mindedness
• self-improvement

Keywords

• mindfulness
• meditation
• Lavina Shamdasani
• Rubin Museum
• Atisha

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art

Books & works: Atisha (982-1054)

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